December weather forecast
Panajachel, Guatemala

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Weather in December

December in Panajachel, Guatemala presents appreciable weather with the average rainfall dropping further to 19mm (0.75"). The change seals the shift from the rainy to the drier season. Outdoor-friendly weather dominates December, making the city an ideal destination for those seeking a warm, relatively dry Christmas. Ultimately, December caps the annual weather cycle, reinforcing Panajachel's dynamic climate conditions throughout the year.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Panajachel is a still pleasant 21.7°C (71.1°F) in December, hardly different from the 21.5°C (70.7°F) recorded in November. In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a fresh 10.4°C (50.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Panajachel is 75%.

Rainfall

In Panajachel, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Panajachel, Guatemala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 263.6 days and collects up to 2061mm (81.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Panajachel.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:46 CST.

Sunshine

In Panajachel, the average sunshine in December is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Panajachel are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in December translates into these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Panajachel?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 21.7°C (71.1°F) and 10.4°C (50.7°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Panajachel?

In Panajachel, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Panajachel?

In Panajachel, Guatemala, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Panajachel?

With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Panajachel, Guatemala.

What is the average length of the day in December in Panajachel?

In December, the average day length in Panajachel is 11h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Panajachel?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, in Panajachel, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:46 CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Panajachel?

The average sunshine duration in December in Panajachel, Guatemala, is 7.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Panajachel?

The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in December in Panajachel?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Panajachel is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average temperature in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (20.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average pressure in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1012.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average wind speed in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average wind speed in December: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average humidity in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average rainfall in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall in December: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (372mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average rainfall days in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and October (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average sunshine days in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average UV index in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average cloud cover in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Panajachel, Guatemala

Average visibility in December - Panajachel, Guatemala
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (8km).

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